Cryptocoryne beckettii Petchii Live Aquarium Plants Tropical Aquascaping

8-15 cm

Cryptocoryne beckettii 'Petchii' is a small variety of Cryptocoryne beckettii. It is recommended for beginners due to its ease in keeping and low care requirements. It does well in low to medium lighting conditions. Like many other Cryptocorynes, the leaf colour and shape depends largely on environmental conditions in the aquarium. As with all Cryptocoryne they will require fertilisers in the substrate.

Difficulty: Easy

Origin: Asia, South East

Amount of light needed: Low - Medium

CO2: Not required but recommended

Usage: Aquascaping, Paludarium

Growth speed: Medium

Height: 10-20 cm 

Plantation zone: Foreground - Midground

Temperature: 22-28°C

GH: 0-30 dGH

pH: 5-8

Leaf colour: Green - Dark Olive-Brown

What is the cause of "Cryptocoryne Melt" and how is it understood?

All Cryptocoryne plants can be sensitive to changes in water parameters. It is normal for the plant to experience a "cryptocoryne melt" when it is introduced to a new tank or if the water conditions undergo significant changes (such as lighting intensity, pH, GH, KW, irregular water change, poor water quality, changing plant location, temperature, and fertiliser dosing). Established plants can suffer from melting as well. In that case, we advise pruning the leaves as they melt. This will help plants focus more on producing new leaves rather than struggling to keep the old ones. Don't be alarmed if this happens. Your plant will begin to grow back within a month or sooner, depending on the conditions.